Overview

• Mikey Madison stars in Anora, a film about a dancer entangled with Russian gangsters, earning critical acclaim and Oscar buzz.
• The film won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and is praised for its modern twist on classic cinema narratives.
• Controversy surrounds Russian actors Mark Eydelshteyn and Yura Borisov, linked to state-funded films seen as propaganda.
• Critics highlight the lack of discussion about the ongoing Ukraine conflict during Anora's promotional events.
• Anora's setting in 2019, before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, adds complexity to its reception amid geopolitical tensions.